What Ontario generally lacks in elevation it certainly makes up for in spades with the variety of terrain we have to ride. Take a drive in just about any direction from the GTA and within a few hours you can find yourself on some pretty diverse trail systems. For riders, the bonus is that these trails usually do an amazing
Running from Niagara to Tobermory the Niagara Escarpment is perhaps one of the most significant landforms in Southern Ontario. So much so, that it was designated a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve in 1990. Along this Escarpment can be found Kelso Conservation Area under the direction of the Halton Region Conservation Authority. With the Escarpment creating much of the elevation that
Located a 10-minute drive south west of Collingwood in Gibraltar Ontario, 3 Stage is a trail rider’s paradise. 3 Stage is located in the Pretty River Valley Provincial Park, a 2500 acre plot of land boasting over 700 vertical feet of elevation on the Niagara Escarpment. 3 Stage is a network of 40+ km of mostly advanced single track. There
When most people think about mountain biking in south western Ontario, they generally don’t think about The Pines. The Pines is a great trail system located on the east side of Woodstock Ontario. There is something there to test everyone’s ability. Whether you are an expert or a grom, everyone will have the same amount of excitement once they hop
When completed, Sunnyside Bike Park promises to be the crown jewel of the growing number of proposed bike parks within Toronto. The Park is a huge step forward by the City in providing a facility that encourages not only self-directed outdoor recreation, but also the development of off road riding skills. In an age when we are seeking options to
Nestled in the heart of the Kawartha Highlands, Silent Lake Provincial Park, is a beautiful park that surrounds its namesake lake. The Park itself is not far from Bancroft, Ontario which is a hub for many of the campgrounds and cottagers in the area. For many years, recreation in Provincial Parks was synonymous with canoeing or hiking in the summer